Boaters urged to take “Safe Summer Pledge” before July 4th holiday
The 4th of July celebration is right around the corner and is a popular time for boaters to get out and enjoy being on the water with family and friends. But, with approximately 500 people drowning each year from recreational boating accidents, it is imperative to always boat responsibly, including wearing a life jacket, being alert and aware while on the water, and obeying navigation rules.
The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) is encouraging all boaters to take the “Safe Summer Pledge” this July 4th. The pledge allows boaters to share with their family and friends their dedication to boat safety and wearing a life jacket each and every time they are on the water. The pledge can be signed and shared via your social networks by visiting http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/camp-pledge.htm.
Every year, thousands of boaters enjoy being out on the water during July 4th celebrations, and for some people, it may be the only time they get on a boat the entire summer. Boaters are encouraged to share their commitment to safe boating and the ‘Wear It!’ campaign by taking the pledge to follow boat safety and wear a life jacket each and every time you are on the water.
U.S. Coast Guard statistics show that drowning was the reported cause of death in three-fourths of recreational boating fatalities in 2011, and that 84 percent of those who drowned were not wearing life jackets. That’s why boating safety advocates continue to push for increased and consistent life jacket wear on the water.
A life jacket is one of the easiest ways you can safe your life in case of emergency. With the variety of today’s comfortable, stylish life jackets for any recreational water activity, there’s no excuse not to ‘Wear It!’ this summer.
In addition, the NSBC is looking for safe summer boating stories through Labor Day weekend. Whether silly or serious, boaters can submit personal stories of safety and be entered in for a chance to win a summer prize package. Stories may be submitted by email at outr...@safeboatingcouncil.org or online by visiting http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/camp-share.htm?utm_source=safe-summer-page&utm_medium=sidebar-internal&utm_content=pledge&utm_campaign=safe-summer.
To learn more about the NSBC and its programs, visit http://www.SafeBoatingCouncil.org.
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on Jun 30 2012. Filed under Editorial.
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